Background
Renner was born October 6, 1954 in Medicine Hat, Alberta.
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Rob Renner
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He graduated from the University of Calgary in 1976 with a Bachelor of Commerce.
Career
Before entering provincial politics, Renner owned and operated a family florist business in Medicine Hat. Renner was first elected in the 1993 Alberta general election. On March 13, 2008, Renner was sworn into his second term as Minister of Alberta Environment, a position that he has held since December 15, 2006.
Renner was Minister of Alberta Municipal Affairs from 2004–2006.
Since becoming Minister of Alberta Environment, Renner has overseen the development of Alberta’s 2008 Climate Change Strategy, released in January 2008. During the Spring 2007 Legislature session, Renner led Bill 3 - The Climate Change and Emissions Management Amendment Acting, 2007 - creating the first-ever legislated greenhouse gas emission reduction targets in North America.
Renner has also renewed Water for Life, Alberta"s water management framework, and he continues to develop the cumulative effects environmental management system.
Achievements
Membership
During his political tenure, Renner has served in numerous capacities. Including, member of Treasury Board, Chief Government Caucus Whip, president of the Pacific Northwest Economic Region, chair of the Health Professions Acting Implementation Steering Committee, and co-chair of the Automobile Insurance Implementation Team. Renner also serves as Deputy Government House Leader, vice-chair of the Cabinet Policy Committee on Resources and the Environment, and as a member of the Agenda and Priorities Committee.
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Political Party
Progressive Conservative Association of Alberta